Author: Brooke Botwinick

JGL Annual Retreat 2023

On November 6, 2023, the JGL Team met in Philadelphia for the 2nd Annual JGL Retreat! The formula for the few days together is simple; eat some delicious food, talk about industry trends, develop new ways to do more for our clients and most importantly, have fun! 2023 did not disappoint! Here’s a look at […]

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2023 in Review

At JGL, we like to look back at the end of each year and take a moment to highlight everything that our small, but mighty team has accomplished. See below for some of this year’s company highlights: In 2023, JGL has… Completed more than 50 projects Set two new company records: Highest number of RFP’s […]

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Private Events in Public Spaces

Museums, gardens, performing arts centers, zoos, aquariums, and libraries all have one thing in common – they are mission driven public venues that are sought after for private functions! There is nothing more exciting to a potential client than feeling like their guests will have exclusive access to a public space. If your organization can […]

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How Do You Know if Your Campus Food Service Operation is Succeeding? Do an Assessment!

JGL is perhaps best known as a dining consultancy that conducts RFP processes for its higher-ed clients nationwide. While RFP processes are a key part of what we do, we actually see assessments as the most valuable process a higher-ed institution can undertake. All too often a university is sold by an Operator’s well-polished sales […]

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Shop ‘Til You…CLICK!

JGL works with cultural organizations across the US and Canada, and we have noticed many museums looking for guidance on their e-commerce programs. It’s great to have the ability to sell products on-line, but it’s more important to have a strategy that makes the on-line presence effective. To make an online museum store a success, […]

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A Great Concession Experience Can Steal the Show!

A great concession experience at a performing arts center can significantly enhance the overall enjoyment of patrons attending shows or events. Here are some elements that can contribute to a memorable concession experience: Diverse Menu Options: Offer a diverse range of menu options to cater to various tastes and dietary preferences. Include both traditional favorites […]

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Help! We Need More Staff!

The food service industry has faced staffing challenges in the aftermath of COVID-19. Are you and your food service partner doing everything possible to create an attractive work environment? It is important that you strategize with your operator to develop mutually agreed upon expectations. This is especially important if a management fee structure is in […]

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Contract Management for Food Service and Retail – Top 10 Benefits!

Generating earned income via restaurants/cafés, retail shops and private event rentals is sometimes operationally and financially challenging, but these activities provide an opportunity to further connect with guests and reinforce the message of the mission. If managed properly, offering amenity services such as a café and gift shop can be profitable, increase length of stay […]

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Most Frequently Asked Questions About Food Service and Retail Programs

The JGL team works with organizations across the U.S. and Canada. Our goal is to help our clients reach maximum success with their amenity food service programs, retail merchandise outlets, and catering operations. We have compiled a list of the questions we are asked most frequently by clients who are charged with building these types […]

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JGL Gives Back: The Princeton University Art Museum

JGL is excited to award the Princeton University Art Museum a $3,000 gift in honor of our founder, James G. Lawler. This first gift is significant for the following reasons: Jim was a class of ’58 graduate from Princeton University. Jim and his wife Barbara made Princeton, NJ their home and the community in which […]

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